Anderson back in the wickets for Lancashire as he hopes for Ashes return

England's James Anderson still hopes to make an impact in the Ashes and returned to action for Lancashire second XI after a calf injury.

John Skilbeck

21 August, 2019 09:30 IST

James Anderson bowled only four overs in the first Test at Edgbaston before sustaining a calf injury. - Getty Images

John Skilbeck

21 August, 2019 09:30 IST

England's record wicket-taker James Anderson made a promising comeback for Lancashire's second team as he returned from a calf injury lay-off.

Anderson is hopeful of playing a part in the latter stages of the Ashes after hobbling out of the opening match against Australia on day one.

He bowled only four overs in England's defeat at Edgbaston and missed the subsequent drawn match at Lord's.

The 37-year-old will also be sidelined for this week's clash at Headingley, but he sent down nine overs for Lancashire's second string on Tuesday against their Leicestershire counterparts at Northern Cricket Club in Crosby.